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Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS — 2024 · Fitness + health
Samsung

Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS

2024 · Fitness + health

86
/ 100
From $299
VS
Apple Watch Series 8 — 2022 · Fitness + health
Apple

Apple Watch Series 8

2022 · Fitness + health

86
/ 100
From $399
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS lands at 86 and Apple Watch Series 8 at 86. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS if…

  • Multi-day fitness tracking
  • GPS + heart rate
  • Notification mirroring

Pick Apple Watch Series 8 if…

  • Multi-day fitness tracking
  • GPS + heart rate
  • Notification mirroring
Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS 86
vs
86 Apple Watch Series 8

Score breakdown

Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS
86
battery 72
display 88
fitness 86
health 84
durability 86
Apple Watch Series 8
86
battery 72
display 88
fitness 86
health 84
durability 86

Specs side-by-side

Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS versus Apple Watch Series 8 — full spec comparison
Spec Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS Apple Watch Series 8
Release year
2024
2022

Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS

Pros
  • +Multi-day fitness tracking
  • +GPS + heart rate
  • +Notification mirroring
Cons
  • Battery life varies dramatically
  • Companion phone required
  • Screen-on drains battery

Apple Watch Series 8

Pros
  • +Multi-day fitness tracking
  • +GPS + heart rate
  • +Notification mirroring
Cons
  • Battery life varies dramatically
  • Companion phone required
  • Screen-on drains battery

FAQ: Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS vs Apple Watch Series 8

Which is better, Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS or Apple Watch Series 8? +

Both score 86 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS worth the price? +

At $299, Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in display.

Is Apple Watch Series 8 worth the price? +

At $399, Apple Watch Series 8 delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in display.

Does Galaxy Watch 7 · Compact · GPS or Apple Watch Series 8 last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.